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Mark Henderson
Over a decade covering the Australian and New Zealand online gambling markets. Specialises in offshore casino regulation, payment methods, and player safety — helping Aussie punters make sense of the international casino landscape.
Areas of Expertise
Curaçao, MGA and the new GCB licensing framework — what they mean in practice for Australian players.
AU bank blocking of gambling transactions, crypto alternatives, PayID and e-wallet workarounds.
Responsible gambling tools, identity verification processes and how to spot rogue operators early.
RTP, volatility, wagering requirements and honest comparisons of offshore bonus offers.
Editorial policy: All guides published under Mark’s byline are based on direct testing and publicly available regulatory data. PokieKing does not accept payment for positive coverage. Affiliate relationships are disclosed and do not influence editorial ratings.
Recent Articles by Mark Henderson
The Great Australian Bonus Drought: Why Local Offers Can’t Compete with Offshore
An analysis of why Australian punters are turning to offshore platforms for better bonuses and promotions.
10,000 Games vs. 100: Why Offshore Pokies Libraries are Beating Local Clubs
How offshore platforms have built game libraries that dwarf anything available at local Australian venues.
BitStarz vs. the Local TAB: Why Offshore Casinos Are Beating Australian Bookies in 2026
A direct comparison of what offshore casino giants offer versus traditional Australian betting operators.